Whole30 Kale and Spinach Salad
Elevate your meal prep with this vibrant and nutrient-packed Whole30 Kale and Spinach Salad! Featuring a delightful blend of curly kale and baby spinach, this salad is loaded with fresh, wholesome ingredients like cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, creamy avocado, and a touch of zesty red onion. Tossed in a tangy homemade vinaigrette made with extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and Dijon mustard, this recipe delivers bold flavors while remaining fully compliant with your Whole30 goals. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, it's perfect for busy weeknights or as a refreshing side dish to complement any entrée. Whether you're prioritizing clean eating, seeking keto-friendly options, or simply craving a healthy salad, this kale and spinach masterpiece is sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Curly kale
- 4 cups Baby spinach
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 0.25 cup Red onion
- 1 large Avocado
- 0.25 cup Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Wash the kale and spinach thoroughly under cold running water and shake off excess water.
Remove the stems from the kale leaves and tear the leaves into bite-sized pieces. Place the kale in a large salad bowl.
Slice the cucumber into thin rounds and halve the cherry tomatoes. Add them to the salad bowl with the kale.
Thinly slice the red onion and add to the bowl.
Peel, pit, and dice the avocado. Add to the bowl with the other salad ingredients.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to make the vinaigrette.
Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine, ensuring all the ingredients are evenly coated.
Serve immediately for maximum freshness and flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1019 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 88.4 g | 113% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.7 g | 64% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1558 mg | 68% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 61.2 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.1 g | 97% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.2 g | ||
| Protein | 18.1 g | 36% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 884 mg | 68% | |
| Iron | 10.6 mg | 59% | |
| Potassium | 2659 mg | 57% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
